Alaska Stat. § 18.80. § 18.80.270
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A person, employer, labor organization, or employment agency, who or that wilfully engages in an unlawful discriminatory practice prohibited by this chapter, or wilfully resists, prevents, impedes, or interferes with the commission or any of its authorized representatives in the performance of duty under this chapter, or who or that wilfully violates an order of the commission, is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction by a court of competent jurisdiction, is punishable by a fine of not more than $500, or by imprisonment in a jail for not more than 30 days, or by both.
Alaska Statute AS 18.80 § 18.80.270 establishes criminal penalties for willful violations of the state's anti-discrimination law. Any person, employer, labor organization, or employment agency that willfully engages in a prohibited discriminatory practice, obstructs the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights in its duties, or defies a commission order may be found guilty of a misdemeanor. Upon conviction, the law authorizes a fine of up to $500, up to 30 days in jail, or both.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under AS 18.80 § 18.80.270, property owners and managers who operate in employment or housing contexts covered by this chapter are expected to comply fully with anti-discrimination requirements and any orders issued by the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights. Willful noncompliance—including obstructing commission representatives during an investigation—can result in misdemeanor criminal charges. Compliant operators typically maintain clear non-discrimination policies, cooperate with commission inquiries, and adhere to any remedial orders issued.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
AS 18.80 § 18.80.270 provides that individuals who experience unlawful discriminatory practices have the backing of a law that treats willful violations as criminal misdemeanors. If you believe you have experienced discrimination covered by this chapter, you may consider filing a complaint with the Alaska State Commission for Human Rights, which has authority to investigate and issue orders. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help explain what options are generally available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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